Wisdom Paves the Way Class 8 Worksheet with Answers English Chapter 3

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Class 8 English Chapter 3 Wisdom Paves the Way Worksheet with Answers

Class 8 English Wisdom Paves the Way Worksheet

Class 8 English Chapter 3 Worksheet – Class 8 Wisdom Paves the Way Worksheet

Let us do these activities before we read

I. Why is it important to listen to the experiences of people who have faced challenges in life? Share your thoughts with your classmates and teacher.
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II. Knowledge is having the facts; wisdom is using them wisely.
Work in pairs. Read the following situations and classify each one as either ‘knowledge’ or ‘wisdom’. One example has been done for you.

Situations	Knowledge/Wisdom
1. Rina studied the first-aid manual carefully before helping the injured puppy.	Knowledge
2. A man used his pocket money to buy food for a homeless man rather than a toy.
3. Sneha memorised the traffic rules for her driving test.
4. Vivek decided to help his younger brother finish his project, instead of watching a movie.
5. Latika explained the maths concept clearly to a struggling classmate.
6. Rahul knows the capitals of all Indian states by heart.

III. Observe the picture carefully. What do you think might be happening? Share your answers with your classmates and teacher.

Let us Discuss

I. Complete the following sentences with suitable reasons. One example has been done for you.
Share your answers with your classmates and teacher.
1. Dev Datt said, “Ten days are but a short span in the grand scheme of things,”
because he believed that patience and perseverance were important in their journey.

2. Ram Datt said, “If only we could secure an audience with the King of Ujjain” because
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3. Har Datt said, “We need to devise a strategy,” because
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4. Shiv Datt said, “Look there, friends. A camel has passed this way,” because
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5. Dev Datt said, “Each of us has learnt something unique,” because
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6. Ram Datt said, “We regret to inform you that we do not know where it is,” because
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7. The Merchant said, “Surely you are a healer!” because
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8. The Merchant said, “You must have stolen it and sold it off!” because
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9. Dev Datt said, “We shall be waiting under that banyan tree yonder,” because
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10. The King said, “You have not seen the camel, yet you know it intimately,” because
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II. Arrange the following events in the correct order of their occurrence in Scene I and II. One example has been done for you.
Example:

1. Impressed by their skills, the King makes the four young men his advisers.	10
2. Dev Datt tells the King how the camel’s careful movement revealed its stomach pain.
3. Ram Datt notices something on the road and begins observing the camel’s tracks.
4. The Merchant rushes to the group in distress and describes his missing camel.
5. Har Datt reasons that the camel has a short tail due to mosquito bites on the trail.
6. Shiv Datt deduces the camel is blind in its right eye from the undisturbed leaves.
7. The Merchant accuses the four of theft and decides to take them to the King.
8. The four young men confidently agree to meet the King at the banyan tree.
9. The King hears the accusation from the Merchant and listens to the men’s defence.
10. The King praises their wisdom and dismisses the Merchant’s complaint
11. The four friends express gratitude for being appointed as royal advisers.

Think beyond

I. Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow.
1. RAM DATT : Look there, friends. A camel has passed this way. The tracks are fresh.
RAM DATT : (Studying the tracks) Yes, let us observe them as we continue. They may tell us more than meets the eye.
(The four men continue walking, occasionally stopping to examine the camel’s tracks. They scrutinise every detail, exchanging glances but saying little.)
RAM DATT : I have discovered something peculiar about this camel.
SHIV DATT : So have I.

Questions:
(i) What is the primary focus of the dialogue in the passage?
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(ii) Fill in the blank by selecting the correct option from those given in the brackets.
Ram Datt believes that the tracks reveal _____________ (irrelevant/important) information.

(ii) State whether the following statement is True or False.
Only Ram Datt finds something peculiar about the camel.

(iv) What action do the four men take as they walk?
(a) They race each other.
(b) They frequently stop to examine the camel’s tracks.
(c) They camp beside the trail.
(d) They hunt for the camel.

2. Merchant : (Breathlessly) Good day, kind sirs.
All Four: Good day, brother.
Merchant : I seek your help. My camel has gone astray. Have you, by chance, seen it?
Ram Datt: Is your camel lame in one leg, by any chance?
Merchant :(Surprised) Yes, yes, it is!
Shiva Datt: Is it blind in the right eye?
Merchant : Precisely! It is blind in one eye-the right one, as you say.

Questions:
(i) What can you infer about Ram Datt’s and Shiv Datt’s observational skills?
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(ii) What do the four men’s warm greeting (“Good day, brother”) and willingness to ask pointed questions reveal?
(a) their ridiculous nature
(b) their courteous cooperation
(c) their cunningness
(d) their greed

(iii) State whether the following statement is True or False.
Instead of asking vague questions like “what colour?”, the four men ask about unusual traits enabling faster and more confident confirmation.

(iv) Why is the merchant surprised when his conditions are mentioned by the four men?
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3. King: (Nodding thoughtfully) Impressive observation. You have sharp eyes, indeed. (To Shiv Datt) And what of you? What did you discern about this camel?
Shiv Datt: I observed that the camel was blind in its right eye, Your Majesty.
King: How did you arrive at this conclusion?
Shiv Datt: It had nibbled only on the foliage to the left of the road, leaving the right side untouched. The leaves on the right hung undisturbed, as if unseen. From this, I deduced it could not see with its right eye.

Questions:
(i) What can you infer about the king’s opinion of Shiv Datt’s observation?
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(ii) Complete the following sentence appropriately.
Shiv Datt concludes that the camel is blind in its right eye because _____________

(iii) Which one of these phrases reveals that the dialogue takes place in a royal court?
(a) Impressive Observation
(b) Your Majesty
(c) This Conclusion
(d) Hung Undisturbed

(iv) What does the interaction suggest about Shiv Datt’s reasoning skills compared to simply guessing?
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4. KING : (Impressed) You reasoned with great insight, showing both observation and deduction. (Turning to Dev Datt) And you, what did you observe that set you apart from your companions?
DEV DATT : / noticed, Your Majesty, that the prints of the camel’s forefeet were deep and clear, while those of the sound hind foot were faint. This indicated that the camel was drawing up its hind legs, likely due to discomfort. It moved cautiously, burdened by a pain in its belly, trying to spare itself further suffering with every step.

Questions:
(i) What does the king’s question to Dev Datt (“what did you observe that set you apart…”) suggest about the situation?
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(ii) What does Dev Datt’s observation of the deep forefoot prints imply?
(a) The camel is accelerating.
(b) The camel is carrying a heavy load.
(c) The camel is favouring its hind legs due to discomfort.
(d) The camel is running downhill.

(iii) Fill in the blank by selecting the correct option from those given in the brackets.
Based on the camel’s footprints, Dev Datt interprets that it was _____________ (fleeing quickly and carelessly/moving slowly and cautiously).

(iv) What can be inferred about the camel’s health condition from Dev Datt’s deduction?
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II. Answer the following questions.

Question 1.
What does the conversation among the four friends on the road reveal about their relationship?
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Question 2.
Why did the King listen to each of the four men individually instead of making a quick judgment?
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Question 3.
How did the friends demonstrate teamwork when analysing the camel’s trail?
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Question 4.
What role did Dev Datt’s logical thinking play in gaining the King’s trust?
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Question 5.
What mistake did the Merchant make in judging the four travellers?
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Question 6.
What does the King’s decision to make the four men his advisers, say about his values?
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Question 7.
How does the play highlight the difference between assumption and evidence?
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Question 8.
What quality helped the four friends get appointed as royal advisers?
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Question 9.
Why is observation considered a form of wisdom in this story?
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Question 10.
How does the journey of the four young men reflect the theme of ‘Wisdom Paves the Way’?
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Let us Learn

I. Complete the sentences by filling in the noun form of the textual words given in the brackets.
1. The King was impressed by the young men’s power of keen _____________ (observe)
2. True is often revealed through one’s actions, not words, _____________ (wise)
3. His false caused the innocent men great trouble, _____________ (accuse)
4. The merchant showed no when he heard their reasoning, _____________ (recognise)
5. A wise leader welcomes from people of all backgrounds, _____________ (advise)

II. Match the expressions in Column 1 with their meanings in Column 2.

Column 1	Column 2
1. speak one’s mind	(i) after a long period of time
2. in the long run	(ii) express thoughts honestly
3. keep one’s word	(iii) listen carefully
4. lend an ear	(iv) do what one has promised
5. a turning point	(v) an important change or decision in progress

Now, make sentences using the expressions from column 1:
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2. ________________________________________________
3. ________________________________________________
4. ________________________________________________
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III. Match the different meanings of ‘run’ and ‘light’ with the correct usage in the sentences below.

Word	Meaning	Sentences
	1. (v) to operate	(i) I go for a run every morning.
Run	2. (v) to move quickly	(ii) She decided to run for student council president
	3. (n) aseries of performance	(iii) The machine didn’t run properly after the storm
	4. (n) an act of running	(iv) The actor had a long run on stage with that role.

Answer:
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Word	Meaning	Sentences
	1. (n.) something that makes things visible	(i) He picked up a light bag from the floor.
Light	2. (adj.) not heavy	(ii) The sunrise began to light up the sky.
	3. (y.) to illuminate	(iii) It was a very light push by a bat on the ball.
	4. (n.) a gentle or soft form	(iv) There was a light on his face.

Answer:
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Modal Verbs

Modal verbs, also known as helping or auxiliary verbs, are used to express a range of meanings like ability, possibility, permission, obligation, and more. They are always used with a main verb and don’t change form based on the subject.
Common modal verbs and their functions:
Can/Could : Indicate ability, possibility, or permission
May/Might : Indicate possibility or permission. ‘Might’ often suggests a lower degree of possibility than ‘may’.
Shall/Should : Indicate obligation, suggestion, or future action
Will/Would : Indicate future action, willingness, or habit. ‘Would’ is also used for polite requests and expressing hypothetical situations.
Must : Indicate obligation, necessity, or strong possibility
Ought to : Similar to ‘should’ expressing obligation or expectation
Need: Expresses necessity or requirement
Dare : Expresses challenge or defiance

Match the highlighted words in Column 1 with the functions they express in Column 2.

Column 1	Column 2
1. You should apologise to him.	(i) command
2. They must have taken a different route.	(ii) imagined possibility
3. You may enter the hail now.	(iii) weak possibility
4. How could she forget such an important day?	(iv) ability
5. We need to speak to the King immediately.	(v) wish or hope
6. I hope your efforts bring you great success.	(vi) necessity
7. He can solve problems without help.	(vii) challenge
8. You dare to blame us without evidence?	(viii) expression of disbelief
9. if you study hard, you might win a scholarship.	(ix) permission
10. She would go there, if invited.	(x) logical conclusion
11. You shall hear the truth in court.	(xi) moral obligation

V. Complete the story using modal verbs from the box. You may use a word twice.

can, could, should, may, might, must, need to

The Lost Necklace
It was a quiet morning in the village when Mrs. D’Souza noticed that her necklace was missing She thought, “I (i) _____________ find it before someone else does!” (obligation) She looked around the room and said, “It (ii) _____________ have fallen behind the sofa.” (possibility) Her grandson Rohan replied, “I (iii) _____________ help you look for it, Grandma” (ability) “You (iv) _____________ check the kitchen too,” he added, (suggestion) Mrs. D’Souza nodded. “Yes, I (v) _____________ have taken it off while cooking.” (possibility) Rohan asked, “(vi) _____________ I look in your cupboard?” (permission) “Of course,” she smiled. “We (vii) _____________ check every corner.” (necessity) After a few minutes, Rohan exclaimed, “Here it is! It was under the newspaper.” Mrs. D’Souza laughed. “Thank you! I (viii) _____________ be more careful next time.”

VI. Rewrite the following sentences using appropriate modal verbs.
1. It is important to listen when others speak.
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2. It is not allowed to share answers during the test.
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3. It is possible for her to solve the puzzle.
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4. It is necessary to apologise if you have hurt someone.
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5. It is not necessary to carry all the bags alone.
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Let us Listen

I. Listen to four people sharing their thoughts on why they enjoy wise characters in stories. As you listen, match statements 1 -6 given below to the speakers (i)-(iv). There are two statements you do not need. (Read the Transcript at the end of this book Pg. No. 151)

Statements	Speaker No.
1. Wise characters act carefully and learn from small things.
2. They prove that kindness and knowledge go hand-in-hand.
3. These characters surprise others by being secretly powerful.
4. Their cleverness always makes people laugh.
5. Stories with wise characters help us become better people ourselves.
6. They always have funny ways of solving problems.

Let us speak

I. Read the following sentences aloud by stressing on the highlighted words.
Sentence 1: “She brought the book from the library yesterday.”
1. She brought the book from the library yesterday.
(It was she, not someone else.)

2. She brought the book from the library yesterday.
(She didn’t borrow or steal – she brought it.)

3. She brought the book from the library yesterday.
(Not a pen or magazine, but a book.)

4. She brought the book from the library yesterday.
(Not from home or a friend – from the library.)

5. She brought the book from the library yesterday.
(Not today or last week – but yesterday.)

Sentence 2: They will meet us near the old bridge
1. They will meet us near the old bridge. (Not we or someone else – they.)
2. They will meet us near the old bridge. (They surely will – not might or may.)
3. They will meet us near the old bridge. (Not call or email – but meet.)
4. They will meet us near the old bridge. (Not others – us.)
5. They will meet us near the old bridge.
(Not far from it – near the bridge.)

Let us Write

1. You have noticed that the street lights in your locality are not working properly. Many areas remain dark at night, causing safety concerns. Write a letter to the Sarpanch, Gram Panchayat, requesting urgent repair of the street lights.
Body cues:

• Purpose: Bring attention to the faulty street lights
• Details: Darkness at night, increased risk of theft and accidents
• Suggestions: Repair street lights, regular maintenance, request swift action

2. You have observed that the garbage dumping area near your locality has not been cleaned for a long time. The accumulation of waste is causing bad smell and attracting stray animals. Write a letter to the Municipal Commissioner complaining about the problem and requesting immediate cleaning.

Body cues:

• Purpose: Complaint about unclean garbage dumping area
• Details: Bad smell, health hazards, stray animals
• Suggestions: Immediate cleaning, proper disposal system, regular monitoring

3. You have noticed that the water supply in your area has been irregular and insufficient for the last few weeks. This is causing trouble to the residents in their daily chores. Write a letter to the Water Supply Department to complain about the problem and request a solution.

Body cues:

• Purpose: Complaint about irregular water supply
• Details: Insufficient water causing inconvenience at homes
• Suggestions: Regular and adequate water supply, quick resolution

Let us explore

I. Suppose your class is going to stage a play titled ‘Truth Triumphs’. Frame the enactment steps using the 13-point plan for staging a play.
Steps involved in staging a play
1. Choose the play.
2. Appoint the team.
3. Hold auditions.
4. Script reading and scene planning.
5. Rehearsal scheduling.
6. Design the set.
7. Costume preparation.
8. Makeup planning.
9. Lighting and sound check.
10. Dress rehearsal.
11. Promote the play.
12. Backstage organisation.
13. Final presentation.

II. Reading stories of wit and wisdom.
1. Suppose your school wants to publish a short collection of stories based on wit and wisdom. Suggest three titles and explain their messages.
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2. Why do stories from Tenali Rama, Panchatantra, or Gopal the Jester remain popular with children? Give two reasons with examples.
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3. Choose one character from a story of wit and wisdom. Describe what makes them wise.
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4. “Wisdom is better than strength.” How is this idea reflected in Panchatantra tales? Give two examples.
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